SUPER SURPRISE THURSDAY GREATEST HITS!
We went to Australia to meet this feathery animal! Who is it, you say? Well it’s a bird you think would say who but this one doesn’t! Whooooo is it then?
MEET THE BOOBOOK OWL!
Range/Habitat: Australia-South New Guinea/forests, grasslands, farmlands
Diet: Carnivore: insects, birds, mammals
Length/Weight: 12-14”/6-10oz
Conservation Status: Common
Fun Facts:
- Boobook owls are named after the call it makes.
- They are nocturnal like other owls, but often feed at dusk and dawn too!
- Boobook owls are specialists at catching prey in mid-air.
- They have grey beaks and feet.
- Both females and males take care of the chicks.
This funny little owl doesn’t make the typical who call! That’s what makes it so special! Listen to it here.
The Adventures of Ellie and Edmond 
What a gorgeous little creature is he…. Be wise; says the owl… 🙂